360º FREEDOM FARROWER SAFER ALL ROUND

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1 360º FREEDOM FARROWER SAFER ALL ROUND

2 The 360º Freedom Farrower is the perfect solution for pig producers who care about animal welfare. DESIGNED AND ENGINEERED BY MIDLAND PIG PRODUCERS LTD.

3 360º FREEDOM FARROWER SAFER ALL ROUND Its unique design provides a nest area and allows sows the freedom to move around 360 degrees. The ground-breaking pen has the same footprint as a conventional crate, but improves the way the sow can be handled whilst allowing more freedom of movement. Its flexible design with moveable restraining bars give the animal space to turn round in the pen but also enables close containment when necessary. The advantages of the 360 Freedom Farrower typically include good udder presentation during lactation, higher sow feed intakes, heavier weaning weights and piglet mortality rates comparable to standard farrowing systems. Expect significant improvements in sow condition at weaning. When used in conjunction with straw the 360 Freedom Farrower allows the sow to fully express her natural nesting instincts, further reducing stress levels, leading to fewer still births, improved milk let down and fewer interventions. The 360 Freedom Farrower was developed by Midland Pig Producers (MPP). MPP is one of the largest pig production companies in the UK and is working hard to raise the bar in animal welfare and set the global standard for the future. The pioneering design of the 360 Freedom Farrower has been well received by leading animal welfare bodies and MPP was awarded a Good Sow Commendation from Compassion in World Farming (CIWF) for committing to no sow confinement and the provision of adequate manipulable material and bedding throughout the sow s life.

4 Welfare & Wellbeing Advanced levels of animal welfare can bring countless benefits to both the pigs and your business by reducing the stress levels in the animals and enhancing pig performance. We have clear evidence showing that sows and piglets are happier and more relaxed in the 360º Freedom Farrower pen. piglets are up to 25% HEAVIER at weaning time It has been uniquely designed to take up no more space than a traditional pen and is easy to use y The sows have 360 degrees of movement, increasing the nesting ability y The piglets have freedom to suckle, or rest safely out of the way y Sows kept in the 360º Freedom Farrower have fewer stillborn or crushed piglets y The animals are more relaxed and contented, meaning healthier and heavier piglets (up to 25 per cent heavier at weaning time) y When handling is required the 360º Freedom Farrower increases safety for the animal and the stockman y It is available in twin single pens or twin double pens CLOSED

5 Can achieve less than 10% MORTALITY For 50 years we have known the optimum pen size for mortality reduction, change it at your piglets peril OPEN

6 Safer All Round The 360 Freedom Farrower is totally unique. With stockman safety a priority, the 360 Freedom Farrower offers pedestrian access through vertical poles, just wide enough apart for the stockman to enter or leave the pen but too close together for the sow to escape. The piglets are kept close to the mother thanks to an encircling plastic panel. Specification The 360º Freedom Farrower is: Not bigger, just better. Available in three sizes (1.6 x 2.4m, 1.8 x 2.4m or 2.1 x 2.4m)* Robust - made from heavy duty galvanised steel Developed by pig producers for pig producers Compliant with welfare standards * Bespoke service for different sizes if required - please contact us to discuss your requirements

7 What Do You Get? The 360 Freedom Farrower is available as a complete Farrowing Pen that includes a number of layout options. An installation service and free site survey are also available through our approved distributors. Single Pen Suitable for farrowing rows with front and rear passage to odd numbered row. Twin Single Pen Suitable for front and rear passage design farrowing room. Double Head to Head Pen Cost effective option eliminating the front passage and therefore saving space. Quadruple Head to head Cost effective option eliminating the front passage and therefore saving space. Each 360 Freedom Farrower unit consists of: y Penning posts and heavy duty steel frame y Front and rear gate y Two adjustable steel side gates with fittings y 12 months warranty y Available as a flat pack or fully installed (to be arranged through one of our approved distributors) The following additional equipment is also available through our approved distributors: y Choice of trough drinkers y Heating pads y Floor slats y Plumbing y PVC surround

8 PROVEN FACT: Farrowing pen size dictates mortality rate of piglets this has been known for 50 years, change at your piglets peril. 360º FREEDOM FARROWER The 360º Freedom Farrower meets the criteria for the CIWF Good Pig Award provided it is used in the open position and the sow has access to adequate manipulable material and bedding throughout farrowing and lactation. If you care about the welfare of your pigs, call now +44 (0) UK Registered Patent No: EU Registered Patent No: uses the optimum pen size which - increases weight at weaning time - reduces mortality rates It s SAFER ALL ROUND Official UK and Ireland Distributor: MIDLAND PIG PRODUCERS T/A Dalgety Engineering, The Grain Store, Alrewas Hayes, Hay End Lane, Burton on Trent, DE13 7DL, United Kingdom Tel: +44 (0) Fax: +44 (0) sales@360farrower.com A member of the Leavesley Group The Heath Woolpit Bury St Edmunds Suffolk IP30 9RN W: E: info@quality-equipment.co.uk T: F: GE Baker